No.86 November 13 ,2023

Announcement of Mt.FUJI100's Participationin the World Trail Majors Race Series
We are delighted to announce that Mt.FUJI100 is participating in the World Trail
Majors, an international trail running race series launching today.
Tatsuo Chiba. Co-Chairman of Mt.FUJI100“It is a great honor for Mt.FUJI100 to participate in this brand new trail running
initiative with all of the great races around the world. We look forward to welcoming
everyone from all over the places at the foot of our national symbol, Mt.Fuji to share
the great trail running journey and wonderful experience together with all.

What is the World Trail Majors?
Please refer to the press release regarding the World Trail Majors.

World Trail Majors is born. A diverse, respectful, sustainable
and independent approach to trail and ultra racing
Today, November 13th, 2023, we are delighted to announce the launch of the World
Trail Majors - a diverse, respectful, sustainable and independent approach to trail and1

ultra- racing. Bringing together some of the best races and race organisers in the world,with the aim of providing an alternative to global racing with local knowledge andcommunity at its heart.
The evolution of trail and ultra running has been complex and sometimes erratic. To help
steer the sportʼs development in the right direction, a handful of race organizers haveformed an association that aims to return to safeguard the original spirit of trail and ultra
running, using their knowledge and experience acquired over decades.
The fundamentals of World Trail Majors are solid but simple:
1.Diversity embracing difference as enriching and improving trail running as a sporting,cultural and social activity. Trail/ultra racing is an incredibly varied sport, each race isunique, the variety of distances, locations and terrains providing an infinite number ofwonderful experiences. Diversity is one trail runningʼs core values that should becelebrated.
2.Respect, maintaining and even improving the areas where races are held. The.
landscape was here before this sport. Respect for nature and local customs. Allowing
trail running to grow as an activity that enriches and is enriched by the local
community and environment. An activity that takes place in nature must always treat
the environment with respect. Understanding on a local and global scale that theeffects of our actions reach far further than the sport itself.
3.Identity, each race has its own distinct and individual personality that is inspired by.
its local environment and its own evolving story. Is the legacy that will remain forever
between the runners, the races and the local communities a defining and memorable
sporting experience one.
World Trail Majors was not born with the intention of confrontation or of solving all theproblems of this fast-developing sport, but rather to provide a new, alternative path ofdevelopment which aims to be inspirational to all runners and organisers.
Trail/Ultra racing is a sport that takes place in the natural outdoor environment, with
uncomplicated rules and free from the limitations inherent in many sports. World TrailMajors wants to maintain build on open and accessible ethos to help preserve the originalvalues of the sport. Involving local organisations, respecting local communities and boosting
local economies. The races must leave little trace on nature, but lifelong impact on therunners. World Trail Majors is an open association, the first edition will be held in 2024 andwill include the following events:2

・Hong Kong 100 Ultramarathon: One of the events that show-cased trail running in.
Asian trail running to the world. 18th – 21st January 2024, 102 km, +5314 m. Hong
Kong
・Black Canyon Ultras: Pure American trail running on native American trade routes and.
old stagecoach trails. 10th - 11th February 2024. 100 km, +1250 m. Phoenix, Arizona,
United States.
・The North Face Transgrancanaria: One of the classics on the world trail runningcalendar. 21st - 25th February 2024. 126 km, +6804 m. Canary Islands, Spain.
・Mt.FUJI100: Japanese-style trail running with the great symbolic meaning of the.
highest mountain in the country. 26th - 27th April 2024. 165 km, +7574 m. Fujiyoshida,Japan.
・MIUT – Madeira Island Ultra-Trail: Iconic event on the spectacular island of Madeira.
27th - 28th April 2024. 115 km, +7100 m. Madeira, Portugal.
・Swiss Canyon Trail: Founded in 1994, a bucket list and benchmark event in Central.
Europe. 7th – 9th June 2024. 111 km, +5350 m. Val de Travers, Switzerland.
・South Downs Way: 100 miles following the historic South Downs Way is a classic of.
the U.K. racing calendar. 8th – 9th June 2024. 161 km, +3800 m. Winchester, UK.
・Quebec Mega Trail: True wild trail running in the mountains near Quebec City. 5th – 7th.
July 2024. 160 km, +6500 m. Quebec, Canada.
・RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: Pure mountains next to one of the most cosmopolitan.
cities in Africa. 22nd – 24th November 2024. 166 km, +7516 m. Cape Town, South Africa.
Statements from the directors of each of the World Trail Majors races:
Janet Ng and Steve Brammar. Founders and Race Directors of Hong Kong 100
Ultramarathon:“We are excited to be part of World Trail Majors, a selection of great trail events around theworld. Each race has the mission of offering the best experience for each runner. We ensure
a warm welcome and an unforgettable experience for everyone who takes part in any of theWorld Trail Majors events."
Jamil Coury. Founder of Black Canyon Ultras:“We are delighted that Black Canyon 100km is part of World Trail Majors, a true celebrationof some of the most iconic trail races in the world.”

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Carlos Torrent. Race Director of The North Face Transgrancanaria:“World Trail Majors is the most important project we have been involved in. It's an alliance
between races with a long-term vision in which we aim to showcase the values of our sport
to the world, not only in Gran Canaria but also in other destinations.”
Tatsuo Chiba. Co-Chairman of Mt.FUJI 100:“It is a great honor for Mt.FUJI 100 to participate in this brand new trail running initiativewith all of the great races around the world. We look forward to welcoming everyone fromall over the places at the foot of our national symbol, Mt.Fiji to share the great trail runningjourney and wonderful experience together with all.”Sidónio Freitas. Race Director of MIUT-Maderia Island Ultra-Trail:“We are honored and privileged to be a part of the World Trail Majors, a prestigious
collection of races that epitomize the true spirit of trail running. These iconic events fromaround the world not only challenge and inspire runners but also foster a global communityof trail enthusiasts who appreciate the beauty and adventure of off-road running. Being partof this elite group reflects our commitment to providing an exceptional trail runningexperience and further cements our dedication to the sport. We're excited to join the ranksof these world-renowned races and look forward to welcoming runners from all corners of
the globe to share in the adventure with us.”Patrick Christinat. Founder and director of Swiss Canyon Trail:“Swiss Canyon Trail pioneered trail running in Europe over 30 years ago. The sole aim of
our organization is to share our region, our landscapes, our atmosphere and the strength ofour volunteers. The trail spirit has always been a motivating force for us, with one word inmind: sharing. For us, the Trail is an adventure that we borrow from the regions we cross,and to which we owe the greatest respect. Just as we borrow nature from our children.
Let's preserve the trail spirit and preserve Mother Earth.”James Elson. Race Director. South Downs Way 100:
“We are excited to be part of this incredible, diverse, sustainable and independent racing
group that we are a part of to help grow this sport in the direction we believe is right. We4

look forward to welcoming all World Trail Majors runners who wish to join the 12th edition ofthe South Downs Way 100."
Jean Fortier. Race Director. Quebec Mega Trail:“We have shared efforts with races around the world for years and we have always liked
how on these trips to each race had a different way of doing things and a strong localcommitment. Having the opportunity to join an international circuit that recognizes thesevalues and that consolidates our sport as something unique is something that honours us.
We are confident that runners around the world will join this initiative.”
Stuart McConnachie. Race Director. RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town:“RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town is very proud to be part of this association that celebrates
diversity as one of the objectives of World Trail Majors. Independent races have their placein the world of trail running and by supporting, sharing and recognizing each other's place,
we collaborate to continue the legacy of our sport in an independent way that is the roots ofthis sport.”

For contact, please email to: press@worldtrailmajors.com or your local race.
Web: https://worldtrailmajors.com/
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5Contact information
Mt.FUJI100 Race Headquarters
955-1 Shuzenji, Izu City, Shizuoka, Japan 410- 2416
TEL: 0558-80-9700
FAX: 0558-80-9207
Email: press@mtfuji100.com
Website: http://www.mtfuji100.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYTG7HNLx89OeaOsknc6mTg/featured*Back numbers of the past press releases: https://www.ultratrailmtfuji.com/press/release/6